Finn's Chunky Funky Beanie Hat! - quick, easy crochet tutorial

 First off, may I start by saying that I absolutely know that this is not cosy hat weather... however, if you start making these cute little hats now, they will be ready for when it is!

My grandson loves chunky hats, so I thought I should create a very easy pattern for his mum to make him a load in various colours... we all know what kids are like for losing hats, gloves, scarves etc.. so having spares is a necessity.

This is what I came up with - using two strands of DK yarn together and a 5.50mm crochet hook (my favourite brand is Clover Amour) it works up really quite quickly.  Its a very simple shape, and worked in the round so there is only the tiniest bit of sewing up to do at the end (the ribbed hem).  I have added funky little tassels to the top which does require a 4.00mm crochet hook... or of course if you have a Pom Pom maker (which makes the job a whole lot easier) then add a Pom Pom.

It's a great stash-buster too, you can just add new yarn as you go as long as you have two strands.  In fact, I might do a multi-coloured one next with all my tiny left-over balls.

If you would like to make one yourself (or two, or more)  you can find the video here....

Oh, and just for transparency, if you buy anything from Amazon using the links I provided I get a small commission. just pennies if I remember rightly, but it doesn't cost you a bean  :)